In
1891, after becoming established as a resort town and business center for the surrounding
area, Woodland Park was incorporated. Woodland park's primary business was saw
milling. logs were cut and sold for railroad ties and braces used for the gold mines
of cripple creek and victor.
Today
with over 7,600 residents, woodland park is a flourishing community of people who demand a
high quality of life. tourism continues to fuel the economy, often turning
first-time visitors into lifelong residents.
Just 18 miles west of colorado springs in teller county, experience the history, adventure
and beauty of the rocky mountains. the natural surroundings include spectacular
views of pikes peak and the rampart range. thick stands of spruce, pine and aspen .
. . and deep blue skies with fresh air.
Woodland
park is the largest city in teller county and offers bed and breakfasts, motels, hotels,
campgrounds, rv parks, trAIls, shopping, restaurants and full services.
Explore
the area's many exciting attractions from woodland park's central location. Discover
the world famous mining town of victor, limited stakes gaming in cripple creek,
Florissant
fossil beds national monument, Mueller State Park & wildlife area, the air force
academy, the garden of the gods, the pikes peak highway, the pikes peak cog railway, the
olympic training center, downhill ski resorts . . . and much more.
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